Halloween is almost here, but apparently not everybody is excited about spooky season.
Recent conversations on Reddit show people debating everything from graphic Halloween decorations to whether they celebrate the holiday at all.
For millions of people, Halloween is simply a fun tradition.
There are costumes, candy, pumpkin carving, scary movies, haunted houses and neighborhood trick-or-treating. For some communities, Halloween is also a chance for neighbors to get outside, socialize and enjoy activities together.
But others would rather skip October 31 completely.
Some people say increasingly graphic decorations, fake blood and horror imagery can be overwhelming, especially for young children or people who simply do not enjoy being frightened.
One recent Reddit discussion attracted attention after a parent argued that public Halloween decorations have become too graphic, pointing to displays featuring bloody animals and exposed body parts.
There are also people who avoid Halloween because of religious or cultural beliefs. Recent online discussions among Christians, for example, show a wide range of opinions, with some viewing Halloween as harmless family fun and others choosing not to participate because of its association with supernatural or darker themes.
And then there are people who just do not like costumes, horror movies or strangers repeatedly ringing their doorbell asking for candy.
The good news is, Halloween is one of those holidays where everybody can pretty much decide how much or how little they want to participate.
Are you going all out for Halloween, or are you turning off the porch light and pretending nobody is home?